Kohala Coast & Backcountry Driving Tour - Start in Hilo
Pu’ukohola Heiau - Get a chance to see a very culturally important Heiau for both the legendary King Kamehameha, and Hawaii.
Lapakahi State Historical Park - Dive a little deeper into how ancient Hawaiians once lived!
The Original King Kamehameha Statue - Find a bronze statue of King Kamehameha - one of three of King Kamehameha statues erected to honor his legacy.
As Hawi Turns - Explore Hawi town, along with the neighboring Kapaâau - both are bustling communities of migrant sugar cane workers, back in the day.
Pololu Valley Lookout - Head up to Polulu Valley Lookout. Experience stunning views of the valley and coastline, with a vertical drop of nearly 1000ft!
Kohala Mountain Road - See the best panoramic views from Waimea to Kailua-Kona! Also, this is the one of the perfect spots to watch sunsets in Big Island!
Waimea Town Market - Visit Waimea’s Best Farmers’ Market. Fresh Local Produce, Delicious Foods, Artisan Wares and more!!
Kohala Coast & Backcountry Driving Tour
Waimea Town Market - Visit Waimea’s Best Farmers’ Market. Fresh Local Produce, Delicious Foods, Artisan Wares and more!!
- Turn-by-turn navigation
- Offline map of the entire island
- Perfect itinerary of your entire vacation
- Freedom to explore on your own
- Virtual tour guide
- 3-5 hours of audio content
- Crowded group tour
- Meals & Refreshments
- Entrance Fees
Embark on a brief journey around the picturesque Kohala Coast on the Big Island. Marvel at the stunning green coast, travel through tree-lined rolling hills, and take the scenic path down Kohala Mountain road towards Waimea Town.
Shaka Guide serves as your local companion providing precise directions, suggestions on activities & attractions, and a plethora of interesting tales. Forego the crowded tour bus and discover the Big Island at your own pace for a minor cost with the highest-rated self-guided audio GPS tours for Hawaii.
Acclaimed as the #1 best GPS tour app for Hawaii with over 6,000+ glowing reviews and 200,000+ downloads!!
Why it’s a must-have:
✅ No need for service as you can download the tours and use them offline
✅ Far more affordable than a tour bus with lifetime access costing only $9.99
✅ Minimize trip planning time as we have the top picks ready
✅ Enjoy the freedom to pause and proceed at your will, unlike the rigid schedule of a tour bus (which is no fun!)
✅ Listen to entertaining stories and light-hearted humorous anecdotes along your journey
- Get Started Easily: • Book Your Tour: Receive a confirmation and easy instructions via email. • Download the App: Follow the simple steps in your email. • Redeem the Tour: Use the redeem code in your email to redeem the tour in the app. • Prepare Ahead: Download the tour using strong Wi-Fi.
- Begin Your Journey: • Select Your Tour: Go to the My Stuff tab in the Shaka Guide app to launch the tour. • Start the Tour: Select the tour starting point and follow the GPS instructions. • Follow Shaka Guide: Stick to the suggested route and speed for the best experience.
- Why Choose Our Audio Tour: • Cost-Efficient: One tour for the entire vehicle—no per-person fees! • Ultimate Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume on your schedule. • Convenience: Use the tour any day, over multiple days if needed.
- Top Features: • Hands-Free: The tour works automatically - GPS-activated stories, directions, and music play as you drive for a seamless experience. • Works Offline: No need for continuous wifi or data. • Reliable Support: Get help via call, chat, or email.
- Private and Personalized: • Crowd-Free: Enjoy a private tour with just your group. • Customizable Stops: Pick the stops you want and skip the ones you don’t!
- The Ultimate Guided Tour: • Detailed Itinerary: Includes travel tips and recommendations. • Engaging Narration: Captivating stories and history.
- What Our Users Say: • “A fantastic way to explore! Easy to use and very informative.” • “Loved the flexibility to stop and go as we pleased. Highly recommend!”
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
